Last Updated on September 17, 2024 by David Thomas
How Much Should You Be Paying for a Good Barber?
Prices of EVERYTHING are continuing to rise. Between gas, eggs, and rent, I’m sure we’ve all scratched our heads, wondering when things will level out. The prices of haircuts have now made their way into the news. So today, we will talk about how much a good quality barber is worth.
First, let’s address a statement from Patrick Beverly. He stated, ” Barber Prices are slightly Disrespectful now. ” His barber goes to him for a house call & charges Beverly $300 for him and a friend. A total of $150 per head for a house call.
Beverly was on the lakers when he made this statement. I’m just going to guess and say that whatever team he was previously on, the barbers didn’t charge that much. I actually think $150 per person is a fair amount. Let’s break this down a bit.
If a barber charges $150 for a house call, he’s probably charging around $50 -80 for service at the shop.
For the barber to do a house call, he/ she has to pack up, commute, cut then commute back. Depending on where they drive from, the LA streets can have you on the road for a minimum of 30 – 40 minutes. And that can be 4 miles away.
The $150 covers the time away from the shop, the commute time, and the service. Otherwise, the barber would lose money to leave the shop.
I would say $150 is more than fair for a good cut.
I’m sure everyone has used Uber Eats or Postmates, right? You pay for the food, delivery fees, taxes, convenience fees, plus tips. No one questions it. You pay for it because of the convenience.
So how much should a good haircut cost?
I wish there were a simple answer.
The answer depends on who’s asking the question.
Let’s take a look at barbers in Los Angeles, CA. The Average cost of a haircut is $60. If you have a beard, you can add about $10-15 to that. Because of the power of Instagram & Social Media, the barber industry has taken off to incredible heights. There are now many different types of barbers specializing in various fields.
We have Celebrity Barbers, Showcase Barbers, Colorists, Mom-and-pop, Old-school, Fade Specialists, Stylists, and Educators. Every one of those categories had different price tiers. So it is wise to do some research to know what type of barber you want/need.
When choosing one of these barbers/ stylists, it is best to ask yourself these critical questions:
- What’s your budget?
- How far are you willing to travel?
- What services do you need?
- How often do you usually get cut?
Knowing the answer to these questions will help you narrow down the list of options. Assuming every barber/ stylist is the same will leave you disappointed. Answer these questions, then pick what’s available from that list.
Now, here’s another comment that came out recently from another NBA face, Mr. Jalen Rose.
Rose stated that if you want a quality barber, you should pay a minimum of $100.
As much as I would like to agree with him, his statement is a little off. I don’t think he should have directed it toward EVERYONE. I know some quality barbers who charge $50. At the end of the day, the word “Quality” depends on the individual spending the money.
He should have directed his comments toward some of the cheap NBA players. Cough Cough (Beverly) When you have the status of like Rose, I don’t think it’s fair to speak on the beauty industry as a whole. It’s already hard enough to find a good barber within budget. And because of statements like this, we might have a new problem. Barbers could be overcharging.
How to know if you’re paying too much for a service?
If you are questioning the price of your barber or stylist, Ask yourself these questions:
- Are you happy with the results every time?
- Is each cut/service consistent?
- How do you feel when leaving the chair?
- Are they respectful of your time?
- Are you comfortable in the chair?
- Do you still get compliments on your hair?
If you’re happy with the answers to these questions, then whatever price you’re paying is worth it. (If it fits within budget)
If not, it may be time to hunt for a new barber. More details on how to do that are coming soon.
Final Thoughts…
Everyone puts a different price tag on fashion, luxury items, tattoos, and family trips. It’s all perspective.
You will never catch me spending $1000 on shoes, but I respect the industry.
Instead of saying what you think every haircut should cost, take the extra time to research and find what’s best for you.
There are so many new talented stylists out there at every price point. Just have to find them.
Cristian Grijalva
Enough said and well spoken at the end it depends of the person and what they are looking for 📈very perfectly broken down to what you should ask yourself and look for !
David Thomas
Appreciate you taking the time to read. My goal is to make it easier for the barber and consumers to understand. We’re all in this together.